A shocking and brutal murder case has been uncovered in Ludhiana, Punjab, after CCTV footage revealed a couple transporting a dismembered body hidden inside a household drum on their motorcycle. The police investigation paints a grim picture of drug-fueled violence and gruesome aftermath.
The Gruesome Discovery and Arrests
Punjab Police confirmed on Friday, January 12, the arrest of a local woodworker, Shamsher Singh Shera, and his wife, Kuldeep Kaur. They are charged in connection with the death of 30-year-old Davinder Singh, a digital printing professional who had travelled from Mumbai to Ludhiana. The victim's body, cut into six pieces, was found scattered near the Jalandhar Bypass on Thursday, January 11.
According to Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (ADCP) Sameer Verma, Davinder Singh arrived in Ludhiana by train on January 6. His purpose was to purchase new printing machinery. Shortly after his arrival, he met his friend, Shamsher Singh Shera.
A Deadly Spiral: Drugs, Debt, and Dismemberment
The investigation reveals that the two men consumed "chitta," a local term for heroin, at Shamsher's house. While under the influence, a heated argument erupted over an unpaid debt. ADCP Verma stated that during this altercation, Shamsher pushed Davinder, causing him to fall and lose consciousness.
"Believing the man was dead, Shamsher used a saw to dismember the body. This horrific process reportedly took him about two and a half hours," Verma explained. Shockingly, this act was allegedly carried out while Shamsher's own children were playing on the roof of the house. His wife, Kuldeep Kaur, is accused of later assisting her husband in cleaning up the crime scene.
The Macabre Disposal and Ongoing Probe
The couple's attempt to dispose of the body was captured on CCTV, which showed them carrying the remains in a drum on their two-wheeler. This crucial evidence led police to the accused. While most of Davinder Singh's remains have been recovered, one arm is still missing. "We suspect it may have been taken by stray animals," ADCP Verma added.
Both accused remain in police custody, facing charges of murder and conspiracy. The case has sent shockwaves through the community, highlighting the extreme violence that can stem from the state's narcotics epidemic and personal disputes. It stands as a stark reminder of the volatile and savage outcomes of drug abuse and unresolved grievances.
